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Five tips to ensure compliance during dangerous goods management

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Compliance can be a troublesome issue during any process or project that doesn’t fall in line with normal operation. At best non-compliance could land you a hefty fine – at worst it could cause a full-scale emergency depending on the type of substances you’re dealing with. Here we share four key tips to help you to ensure compliancy in all situations.

Plan the process well in advance

If you’re going to be doing something you wouldn’t normally do which involves dangerous goods or hazardous substances, it’s important to be prepared. You may need to do things differently, hire extra staff or help, or purchase products or items to help you to stay compliant. If you leave things until the last minute you may not be able to arrange this, heightening the chance of non-compliancy. Compliancy starts with preparation – so begin by learning about the specifics and recommended best practice and how your upcoming move, relocation or rearrangement could affect safety and security.

Be specific in line with your workplace and requirements

The important thing to remember when it comes to dangerous goods management is that different regulations and guidelines apply depending on what you are dealing with. Start by listing every substance or item you feel you’ll need special provision for or support with, then go through them in turn researching the relevant regulations for each. Some may interact with each other and therefore may need an even more specific type of dangerous goods management or provision.

Ensure prep is in place and daily processes are compliant with help from a consultant

Any occasion that demands extra attention or specific guidance presents a perfect opportunity for you to review and refresh the processes and guidelines you currently have in place. Are you fully up to date? Are there any areas you could improve upon? Has anything changed which could mean you now need to look again at how you manage dangerous goods? You may like to call in a consultant to help you with this, as they can review your lab or facility in a comprehensive manner and make recommendations. They can also implement change where required.

Enlist specialist support where needed 

Although staff handling and working with dangerous goods on a daily basis should have some level of training to ensure that they are compliant at all times, they may not know how to respond when faced with an unusual situation or project. This is especially true where lab moves and relocations are concerned, as there are many individual aspects to think about. Enlist professional support from fully trained, accredited dangerous goods removals experts, who will guide and manage the process from start to finish.

What to Consider When Organising International Laboratory Removals

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Packing up and moving a scientific lab is a delicate and detailed operation in itself – but international laboratory removals involve an even more complex process that must be well thought out and carefully managed to ensure success. At Johnsons we’re well versed in the nuances of international laboratory removals. Here we share six key aspects to consider when relocating abroad.

Customs clearance

One principle difference between national lab moves and international laboratory removals is the requirement for customs clearance. Following a full audit of the equipment and materials destined for transportation your laboratory relocation specialists will need to make enquiries to determine the specific customs and declaration requirements in your destination country. Each nation has different rules and regulations – and it’s important to bear in mind that customs payments will need to be made to authorities on arrival.

Specialist equipment

Specialist equipment needs specialist care – for a number of reasons. The dismantling and packaging process will be crucial, as any damage can be financially difficult but also delays research and the set-up of the new laboratory. Weighing up costs, compatibility and processing involved in moving certain types of equipment can be useful, as it may be most cost-effective and safer to purchase new lab equipment on the other side.

Cold chain

Certain samples and items need to be transported at constant temperature – sometimes frozen, other times temperate. The reason behind this (safety, protection, prevention of spoiling) will dictate the handling and management of each substance or material. Specialist provision will need to be made from start to finish to ensure that temperature-controlled items are safely and securely transported.

Rules, regulations and documentation

International laboratory relocation comes with plenty of paperwork – as different rules and regulations apply at every step of the way. Your laboratory relocation specialists will advise you of the information required and can support you with the filling of forms and arranging permits, documentation and customs licences where necessary.

Hazardous and dangerous goods

Laboratories naturally tend to deal with materials and substances that can be classified as hazardous or dangerous goods. Whilst these items need specialist care and attention wherever they are transported, moving lab or medical equipment by air in particular adds a different dimension. This is where a specialist project manager will be essential, as they can review your materials thoroughly and ensure that each adheres to specific guidelines and regulations to avoid hold ups or difficulties at either border.

Get in touch today discover more about Johnsons global lab logistics and storage services.

 

As The Scientific Sector Grows In Britain, So Does Demand For UK Lab Services

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The UK has long been a hub for scientific development in all sectors – from medical research and biological breakthroughs to the cutting-edge development of chemical agents and advancements. Government initiatives aim to attract companies from overseas to invest and grow in the UK, inviting them to take advantage of the talent base emerging from our universities. So how does this affect the need for UK lab services – and how can specialist companies enable this economic and educational growth nationwide?

UK lab services in demand as industry grows

Well-managed, high-functioning laboratory networks are crucially important to wider industry growth as a whole – and naturally UK lab services have a role to play. An increasing number of organisations outsource the bulk of their task management, safety, security and transportation needs as this is both cost-effective and efficient. As a result of the surge in the development of dedicated sites and educational establishments and culture of change, the UK lab services sector is growing year on year, with more specialist companies emerging to meet demand.

Cambridge pioneers Britain’s cultivation of scientific progress and research

Over the past couple of years Cambridge has been identified as one of the UK’s most prominent and important scientific hubs, with a host of prolific and respected educational institutions joined by global giants such as Thermo Fisher, Astra Zeneca and Phillips. The addition of new development within Cambridge Science Park in 2017 attracted a great number of organisations to the area, taking advantage of ample talent produced on their doorstep to produce results of national and international interest.

The North West hosts the UK’s largest collection of biotech labs

Alderley Park in the North West of England has long been home to pharma giant Astra Zeneca – but now the huge site has been completely redeveloped to host a diverse range of commercial and laboratory space alongside social and leisure facilities including bars and cafes. Completion of the 400 acre site is due within the next decade – but a number of organisations have already taken up residence or reserved places there as the space promises to be in high demand come 2020. It already incorporates a world-class bio and life sciences campus for Manchester University – with plans to extend the educational aspects of the facility to include greater scope for learning and research which will have global relevance in years to come.

Relocating your laboratory facility? Speak to us today to learn more about Johnsons Laboratory Logistics and how our services can ensure a smooth and successful move.

Great Expectations And Grand Discoveries at Cambridge Research Laboratory

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Cambridge has consistently come out on top for scientific developments and breakthroughs throughout its rich history as an academic and educational institution. Over the years Cambridge research laboratories have produced multiple astounding discoveries with life-changing repercussions all over the globe. Here we share three of the most prolific and important discoveries to date – from humble beginnings in a Cambridge research laboratory to global reception and widespread critical acclaim.

Hope for Parkinson’s sufferers from research scientists at Cambridge University

In 2017 scientists in Cambridge discovered a naturally occurring steroid which promises to form the basis for a revolutionary treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Squalamine has been extensively investigated for use as an anti-cancer agent – but this new study showed that it dramatically inhibits and suppresses the formation of toxins thought to cause Parkinson’s. Clinical trials are now planned in the USA.

‘The most important scientific breakthrough of all time’

In 1953 University of Cambridge scientists Francis Crick and James Watson discovered DNA as we know it today – the double helix structure used as a basis for understanding the fundamental aspects of life itself, alongside the facilitation of various treatments and medical breakthroughs. It was voted the most important scientific breakthroughs of all time by 400 prominent UK academics in 2010.

A bright future for those living with long-term health conditions

At Cambridge Science Park, modern applications and a diverse range of companies at the forefront of scientific development and the creation of cutting-edge technology are consistently building on the site’s rich history of innovation and advancements. Cambridge Consultants announced new project MagLense in November 2017, an innovation that promises to be life changing for anyone dependent on implants or wearable devices. This smart device offers an alternative to current battery-powered options, which are restrictive due to their short lifespan. By contrast MagLense charges quickly and efficiently via wireless power sources, transforming the lives of many and potentially opening up implant technology for use in areas of the body that were previously inaccessible. For people with chronic and episodic conditions such as epilepsy, diabetes and depression the discovery could be game changing, with the true scale of wider positive consequences stemming from MagLense not yet known.

Considering a laboratory relocation to Cambridge or within the Cambridge area? Get in touch with our experienced team of professional lab movers today.

Key Things To Consider During The Hospital Moving Process

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When relocating a hospital or hospital ward there is a multitude of aspects to consider and carefully arrange. Here we share three key elements to plan for, and explain how Johnsons project managers can help with the hospital moving process from communication and preparation to aftercare and specialist support.

Communicate with staff and patients

Communication is key throughout any hospital moving project – whether you’re relocating a ward, swapping operating theatres or changing an entire unit. Organise meetings with all members of staff to ensure that they are kept in the loop throughout the process. Although they may not be directly involved with the move itself, they are going to play a very important role as they maintain a standard of service and keep things running before, during and after. You’ll also need to arrange communication with patients in accessible, written form.

Discuss the process with upper management and stakeholders

Upper management and stakeholders will need to be aware of the move and everything involved within the process – not only from a service provision perspective, but also from a financial viewpoint. Any medical moves are sensitive and must be handled with care and consideration for all parties – so management will be conscious of this and will need to be thoroughly briefed and understand what and who is involved at every step of the way.

Ensure specialist project managers are on hand for a smooth relocation

Hospital moves are always complex – therefore specialist project management provision and detailed preparation are essential. Expert project managers will be able to oversee the hospital moving process in its entirety, ensuring that everything is accounted for and taken care of. They can also liaise with third parties on your behalf, and even advise on the consultation and communication stages. This professional support offers complete peace of mind at a time when disruption and disturbances need to be kept to a minimum.

At Johnsons we’ve been helping laboratories, research facilities and hospitals to relocate for over fifty years. Get in touch today to discuss your specific requirements with our dedicated team of expert lab movers and project managers.

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